Ultimate New Zealand & Australia Cruise
Fiordland National Park with Sydney Stay
Prices Available
-
Departure Date: 10th February 2026
-
Total Nights: 14 Nights
-
Cruise: Discovery Princess
-
Package Type: Cruise and Stay
-
Includes Outbound Flight
-
Includes Inbound Flight
-
Includes Hotel Stay
Princess Cruises
Credited with introducing millions of Americans to the concept of a modern cruise holiday, Princess Cruises is still innovating to this day.
Sporting a fleet of 17 ships with capacities ranging from 2,000 to 4,300 passengers, the line is best known for its Alaskan cruises, but travels to destinations the world over.
With an emphasis on destination leadership and local expertise, Princess is an excellent choice for the discerning traveller seeking to sail in comfort.
3660
Passengers
1346
Crew
2022
Launched
145000t
Tonnage
330m
Length
47m
Width
23kts
Speed
15
Decks
USD
Currency
Overview
-
Returns Flights from to UK
-
All Overseas Transfers Included
-
3-Night Pre-Cruise Stay in Sydney 4* Hotel
-
14-Night Full Board sailing - Inside Cabin - Discovery Princess
-
Full Board Cruise
-
All Port Taxes & Fees
-
ATOL Protection
Cruise Itinerary
Day 1
Flight Uk to Sydney
Day 2-4
Hotel stay in Sydney
Day 5
Sydney, New South Wales
Sydney belongs to the exclusive club of cities that generate excitement. At the end of a marathon flight there's renewed vitality in the cabin as the plane circles the city, where thousands of yachts are suspended on the dark water and the sails of the Opera House glisten in the distance. Blessed with dazzling beaches and a sunny climate, Sydney is among the most beautiful cities on the planet.With 4.6 million people, Sydney is the biggest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia. A wave of immigration from the 1950s has seen the Anglo-Irish immigrants who made up the city's original population joined by Italians, Greeks, Turks, Lebanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Thais, and Indonesians. This intermingling has created a cultural vibrancy and energy—and a culinary repertoire—that was missing only a generation ago.Sydneysiders embrace their harbor with a passion. Indented with numerous bays and beaches, Sydney Harbour is the presiding icon for the city, and urban Australia. Captain Arthur Phillip, commander of the 11-ship First Fleet, wrote in his diary when he first set eyes on the harbor on January 26, 1788: "We had the satisfaction of finding the finest harbor in the world."Although a visit to Sydney is an essential part of an Australian experience, the city is no more representative of Australia than Los Angeles is of the United States. Sydney has joined the ranks of the great cities whose characters are essentially international. What Sydney offers is style, sophistication, and great looks—an exhilarating prelude to the continent at its back door.
Day 9
Bay of Islands
The Tasman Sea on the west and the Pacific Ocean on the east meet at thetop of North Island at Cape Reinga. No matter what route you take, you'll passfarms and forests, marvellous beaches, and great open spaces. The East Coast,up to the Bay of Islands, is Northland's most densely populated, often withrefugees from bigger cities—looking for a more relaxed life—clustered aroundbreathtaking beaches. The first decision on the drive north comes at the footof the Brynderwyn Hills. Turning left will take you up the West Coast throughareas once covered with forests and now used for either agricultural orhorticulture. Driving over "the Brynderwyns," as they are known,takes you to Whangarei, the only city in Northland. If you're in the mood for adiversion, you can slip to the beautiful coastline and take in Waipu Cove, anarea settled by Scots, and Laings Beach, where million-dollar homes sit next tosmall Kiwi beach houses.An hour's drive farther north is the Bay of Islands, known all over theworld for its beauty. There you will find lush forests, splendid beaches, andshimmering harbors. The Treaty of Waitangi was signed here in 1840 betweenMāoriand the British Crown, establishing the basis for the modern New Zealandstate. Every year on February 6, the extremely beautiful Waitangi Treaty Ground(the name means weeping waters) is the sight of a celebration of the treaty andprotests by Māori unhappy with it. Continuing north on the East Coast, theagricultural backbone of the region is even more evident and a series ofwinding loop roads off the main highway will take you to beaches that are bothbeautiful and isolated where you can swim, dive, picnic, or just laze. .The West Coast is even less populated, and the coastline is rugged andwindswept. In the Waipoua Forest, you will find some of New Zealand's oldestand largest kauri trees; the winding road will also take you past mangroveswamps. Crowning the region is the spiritually significant Cape Reinga, theheadland at the top of the vast stretch of 90 Mile Beach, where it's believedMāori souls depart after death. Today Māori make up roughly a quarter of thearea's population (compared with the national average of about 15%). The legendaryMāori navigator Kupe was said to have landed on the shores of Hokianga Harbour,where the first arrivals made their home. Many different wi (tribes) livedthroughout Northland, including Ngapuhi (the largest), Te Roroa, Ngati Wai,Ngati Kuri, Te Aupouri, Ngaitakoto, Ngati Kahu, and Te Rarawa. Many Māoriherecan trace their ancestry to the earliest inhabitants
Day 10
Tauranga
The population center of the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is one of New Zealand's fastest-growing cities. Along with its neighbor, Whakatane, this seaside city claims to be one of the country's sunniest towns. Unlike most local towns, Tauranga doesn't grind to a halt in the off-season, because it has one of the busiest ports in the country, and the excellent waves at the neighboring beach resort of Mount Maunganui—just across Tauranga's harbor bridge—always draw surfers and holiday folk.
Day 11
Auckland
Known as the "City of Sails," Auckland boasts a vibrant waterfront and rich Maori heritage, providing a quintessential Kiwi experience. Explore the iconic Sky Tower, wander through bustling markets, and immerse yourself in Maori traditions at cultural centers like Te Puia. Sample local delicacies like fresh seafood, hangi feasts, and world-renowned wines, showcasing New Zealand's diverse culinary scene. With its stunning landscapes, friendly locals, and dynamic cultural offerings, Auckland captures the essence of New Zealand's spirit and serves as an ideal introduction to this captivating country.
Day 13
Wellington
Day 14
Lyttelton
Your initial impression of Christchurch will likely be one of a genteel, green city. Joggers loop through shady Hagley Park, and punters ply the narrow Avon River, which bubbles between banks lined with willows and oaks. With a population approaching 350,000, Christchurch is the largest South Island city, and the second-largest in the country. It is also the forward supply depot for the main U.S. Antarctic base at McMurdo Sound. The face of Christchurch is changing rapidly, fueled by both internal and international immigration. The Māori community, although still below the national average in size, is growing. Ngai Tahu, the main South Island Māori tribe, settled Treaty of Waitangi claims in 1997 and have been investing in tourism ventures. Old wooden bungalows are making way for town houses, the arts scene is flourishing, and the city's university attracts cutting-edge technology companies. In short, there's plenty of fresh energy percolating underneath the English veneer.
Day 15
Port Chalmers
European whaling ships first called at Otago Province during the early decades of the 1800s, yielding a mixed response from the native Māori. In 1848 Dunedin was settled, and by the mid-1860s the city was the economic hub of the Otago gold rush. Dunedin's historical wealth endures in such institutions as the University of Otago, the oldest in the country. But if any region can bring out the bird-watcher in you, this is it; the area is home to the Royal Albatross and yellow-eyed penguins.
Day 16
Fiordland National Park
Day 19
Sydney, New South Wales
Sydney belongs to the exclusive club of cities that generate excitement. At the end of a marathon flight there's renewed vitality in the cabin as the plane circles the city, where thousands of yachts are suspended on the dark water and the sails of the Opera House glisten in the distance. Blessed with dazzling beaches and a sunny climate, Sydney is among the most beautiful cities on the planet.With 4.6 million people, Sydney is the biggest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia. A wave of immigration from the 1950s has seen the Anglo-Irish immigrants who made up the city's original population joined by Italians, Greeks, Turks, Lebanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Thais, and Indonesians. This intermingling has created a cultural vibrancy and energy—and a culinary repertoire—that was missing only a generation ago.Sydneysiders embrace their harbor with a passion. Indented with numerous bays and beaches, Sydney Harbour is the presiding icon for the city, and urban Australia. Captain Arthur Phillip, commander of the 11-ship First Fleet, wrote in his diary when he first set eyes on the harbor on January 26, 1788: "We had the satisfaction of finding the finest harbor in the world."Although a visit to Sydney is an essential part of an Australian experience, the city is no more representative of Australia than Los Angeles is of the United States. Sydney has joined the ranks of the great cities whose characters are essentially international. What Sydney offers is style, sophistication, and great looks—an exhilarating prelude to the continent at its back door.
Day 19
Flight from Sydney to UK
Day 1
Flight Uk to Sydney
Day 2-4
Hotel stay in Sydney
Day 5
Sydney, New South Wales
Day 9
Bay of Islands
Day 10
Tauranga
Day 11
Auckland
Day 13
Wellington
Day 14
Lyttelton
Day 15
Port Chalmers
Day 16
Fiordland National Park
Day 19
Sydney, New South Wales
Day 19
Flight from Sydney to UK
Ship Details
Princess Cruises
Discovery Princess
Discovery Princess℠, our third vessel designed from the ground up with Princess MedallionClass™ and the final Royal-class ship, will continue to deliver an array of innovative new experiences. Enjoy 270-degree sweeping views from our largest balconies at sea, unwind in ultimate comfort at The Sanctuary, and indulge your senses with world-class dining options from Michelin-star and renowned chefs. Plus, Princess live entertainment presents spectacular new productions that can only be seen in our state-of-the-art Princess Theatre. With our effortless, personalised service of the MedallionClass® experience, your real holiday has just begun!
Your Hotel Stay
4-Star Hotel In Sydney
4 star hotel
Flights Included
Outbound Flight
Inbound Flight
Customer Reviews
Cruise Overall
Ship
Dining
Service Onboard
Accomodation
Public Rooms
Embark & Disembark
Shore Excursions
Value For Money
Similar package deals
Bespoke Cruise & Stay Package
2 Night Vancouver & 7 Night Jewels of Alaska Cruise
- Includes hotel stay
- Includes outbound flight
- Includes inbound flight
- 10 nights, departs on the 25th May 2025
- 10 night package
- Return flights from the UK
- 2 Nights Pre Cruise Stay in Vancouver 4* Hotel
-
- 7 Nights sailing - Inside Cabin - Grand Princess
- Full Board Dining
- All Port Taxes & Fees
- ATOL Protection
- Cruise info: Princess Cruises,
- Itinerary: Fly from the UK to Vancouver, British Columbia, Check in to your 4* hotel for a 2 night stay, Vancouver (Free Day) +8 more
11-Night Bespoke Package
Mediterranean Explorer Cruise with Hotel Stays
- Includes hotel stay
- Includes outbound flight
- Includes inbound flight
- 11 nights, departs on the 10th Apr 2025
- Returns Flights from to UK
- All Overseas Transfers Included
- 2 Nights Pre Cruise Stay in Rome 4* Hotel
-
- 7 Nts- Full Board sailing - Inside Cabin - Sun Princess
- 2 Nights Post Cruise Stay in Athens 4* Hotel
- All Meals on-board
- Cruise info: Princess Cruises,
- Itinerary: Flights from the UK to Rome – Check in to your 4* hotel for a 2 night stay, Rome (Free Day), Embarkation from Rome +8 more
Bespoke Cruise & Stay
11 Nights Mediterranean Explorer Cruise With Stays
- Includes hotel stay
- Includes outbound flight
- Includes inbound flight
- 11 nights, departs on the 10th Apr 2025
- Returns Flights from to UK
- All Overseas Transfers Included
- 2 Nights Pre Cruise Stay in Rome 4* Hotel
-
- 7 Nts- Full Board sailing - Inside Cabin - Sun Princess
- 2 Nights Post Cruise Stay in Athens 4* Hotel
- All Meals on-board
- All Port Taxes & Fees
- ATOL Protection
- Cruise info: Princess Cruises,
- Itinerary: Flights from the UK to Rome – Check in to your 4* hotel for a 2 night stay, Rome (Free Day), Embarkation from Rome +9 more
18 Nights CARIBBEAN EAST/WEST ADVENTURER CRUISE WITH STAY
- Includes hotel stay
- Includes outbound flight
- Includes inbound flight
- 18 nights, departs on the 1st Feb 2025
- Returns Flights from to UK
- 2 Nights Pre Cruise Stay in Orlando 4* Hotel
- 14 Nts- Full Board sailing - Inside Cabin - Caribbean Princess
-
- All Meals on-board
- All Port Taxes & Fees
- ATOL Protection
- Cruise info: Princess Cruises,
- Itinerary: Flights from the UK to Orlando – Check-in to your 4-star hotel for a 2-night stay, Orlando (Free Day), Embarkation from Port Canaveral +13 more
Bespoke Cruise & Stay Package
Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand & Vietnam
- Includes hotel stay
- Includes outbound flight
- Includes inbound flight
- 18 nights, departs on the 3rd Jan 2026
- 18 night package
- Return flights from the UK
- All Overseas Transfers
-
- 2 Nights Pre Cruise Stay in Singapore 4* Hotel
- 14 Nights Cruise - Inside Cabin - Diamond Princess
- Full Board Dining
- All Port Taxes & Fees
- ATOL Protection
- Cruise info: Princess Cruises,
- Itinerary: Fly from UK to Singapore, Malaysia, Singapore – Check in to your 4* hotel for a 2 night stay, Singapore (Free Day) +13 more
All Overseas Transfers Included
2 Nts Sydney & 14 Nts Wonders of New Zealand Cruise
- 19 nights, departs on the 14th Jan 2025
- Cruise info: Princess Cruises,
- Itinerary: Flights from UK to Sydney, Sydney, Sydney – Check in to your 4* hotel for a 2 night stay +13 more
36 Nights TAHITI, HAWAII & SOUTH PACIFIC CROSSING CRUISE WITH STAYS
- Includes hotel stay
- Includes outbound flight
- Includes inbound flight
- 36 nights, departs on the 13th Sep 2025
- Returns Flights from to UK
- All Overseas Transfers Included
- 2 Nights Pre Cruise Stay in Los Angeles 4* Hotel
-
- 30 Nts- Full Board sailing - Inside Cabin - Grand Princess
- 2 Nights Post Cruise Stay in Sydney 4* Hotel
- All Meals on-board
- All Port Taxes & Fees
- ATOL Protection
- Cruise info: Princess Cruises,
- Itinerary: Flights from the UK to Los Angeles – check into your 4-star hotel for a 2-night stay, Los Angeles (Free Day), Embarkation from Los Angeles +19 more
Bespoke Cruise & Stay Package
28 Nights Sydney to Tokyo Cruise with Stays
- Includes hotel stay
- Includes outbound flight
- Includes inbound flight
- 28 nights, departs on the 18th Feb 2025
- 28 night package
- Return flights from the UK
- 2 Night Pre Cruise Hotel Stay in Sydney
-
- 22 Nights Cruise Aboard the Diamond Princess - Inside Stateroom
- 2 Night Post Cruise Hotel Stay in Tokyo
- Full Board Basis on sailing
- All Port Taxes & Fees
- ATOL Protection
- Cruise info: Princess Cruises,
- Itinerary: Fly from the UK to Sydney, Australia, Sydney (Free Day), Embark ship and set sail from Sydney, Australia +17 more
